Waterman Industries, Inc. Type 2 Handwheel Operator

Typical Specification Handwheel Operators shall have a cast bronze lift nut machined to accurately mate with the operating stem. Ball bearings shall be provided above and below the flange on the lift nut to take the thrust developed while opening and closing the gate. Bearings shall be housed in an enclosed weatherproof housing and shall be furnished with lubrication fittings. Each unit shall be fitted with a handwheel marked with direction of opening. Handwheels shall be of such diameter that handwheel pull shall not exceed 40 lb. on the rim. Handwheels shall be removable and shall be cast iron or fabricated steel. Protective stem covers may be mounted when required by the specifications.̷ 0